Installing Linux on modern laptops isn’t as straightforward as it used to be. From Intel RST blocking drive detection to ARM processors refusing to boot standard ISOs, there are several hardware compatibility traps waiting for unsuspecting buyers. Here’s what to check before making your next laptop
Google just launched Gemini 3 with major reasoning and multimodal improvements. Their new user guide says most people are prompting the AI incorrectly. Here’s what actually works according to Google’s official advice.
Microsoft is testing a revolutionary recovery feature called Point-in-time Restore that could fundamentally change how we protect our data. Unlike traditional System Restore, this captures everything including user files and applications. Currently available only to Windows Insiders, it requires at
A major study reveals that learning with ChatGPT leads to less detailed understanding than using search engines. The problem isn’t just misinformation—it’s about how our brains process information differently when AI does the thinking for us.
Microsoft is rolling out its Xbox Full Screen Experience beyond handheld devices to all Windows 11 machines. The feature provides a controller-first gaming interface accessible through multiple shortcuts. Testing begins today for Windows Insiders in Dev and Beta channels.
Renowned indie studio Inkle has announced TR-49, a unique found-footage WWII code-breaking mystery. The game draws inspiration from real family history and The Return of the Obra Dinn. It launches in January with voice acting from Baldur’s Gate 3 and Doctor Who actors.
Microsoft is bringing its Xbox full screen experience to all Windows 11 PCs, not just handheld gaming devices. The feature replaces the traditional desktop with a gamepad-friendly interface that works across multiple game launchers. Both official and unofficial methods are available for testing righ
Ubisoft has finalized a strategic $1.16 billion transaction with Tencent, making the Chinese company a minority stakeholder in the newly formed Vantage Studios. The publisher also reported strong quarterly results with net bookings up 39% year-over-year, driven by flagship franchises and media partn
NotebookLM’s Custom mode lets you program an AI to match your exact communication style and thinking patterns. The author created an AI version of themselves that explains complex topics using their own shorthand and bottom-up thinking. This approach makes learning feel more natural and less corpora
Salesforce has revoked access to all Gainsight applications after detecting unusual activity that may have enabled unauthorized access to customer data. The Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters collective claims responsibility and threatens to launch a dedicated leak site containing data from nearly 1,000 comp
